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Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake

August 11, 2017 36 Comments

Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake with Whipped Cream, Chocolate Shavings, and a Maraschino Cherry
Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake with Whipped Cream and a Maraschino Cherry

Love being a kid again? How about the best of both worlds? Then try this Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake…it’s divine!

Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake Served in a Tall Old Fashioned Soda Glass with a Maraschino Cherry on Top

When I first published this recipe several years ago I remember asking myself if this bourbon and hot fudge milkshake belongs in Friday Cocktails and I could not come up with definitive criteria that negated it; after all it does include bourbon right? So the answer was easy…Why yes, yes it does!

I hate that August seems relegated to fall and I’m sure it’s not just the cooler weather that does it. I remember as kids that we used to have three whole months off for summer vacation but now schools are starting before the middle of August and that just seems wrong. I know it’s not changing my August…it’s summer doggone it and we’re having ice cream and hot fudge and bourbon!

We are in the middle of Colorado’s monsoon season and it’s been a welcome relief. My grass that was just installed in June is happier than it’s been all summer and my flowers and herbs are going nuts. Still…ENOUGH ALREADY!

It’s rained every single day for 2 weeks I think. Not all day long but usually a storm rolls across the sky in late afternoon. Sometimes they’ve been quick and are a nice refresher; others have overstayed their welcome and kept at it for a few hours. I want some more warm summer days when this cocktail will hit all major senses.

Just like an old soda fountain, this Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake is served with Whipped Cream and a Maraschino Cherry

I love bourbon and this was a fun way to imbibe one of my favorites. It’s like a kid treat but only for adults! Made for  a magical moment in my book.

It really is as simple as drizzling hot fudge along the inside of a glass, combining vanilla ice cream, milk, and  bourbon, and topping it all with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and a maraschino cherry. Ah…decadent and delicious!

The weather might have been a bit wetter and cooler than I would have liked but my testers uttered nary a word of dismay…they gulped them down with a fervor that could only reiterate my own thoughts, more akin to ‘Yes, Yes, YES.’

I made my favorite recipe for the Hot Fudge Sauce but if that’s not your thing, don’t let that stop  you and use a store bought product you love. It’s that combination of ice cream, vanilla, fudge and BOURBON that makes this so special. While I love a brand of maraschino cherries that are not died, something about a hot fudge ice cream treat calls for the bright red orbs, don’t you agree?

PIN IT! ‘Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake’

  Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake with Whipped Cream and a Maraschino Cherry

Yield: 3 Servings

Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake

Bourbon and Hot Fudge Milkshake with Whipped Cream and a Maraschino Cherry

This is the perfect marriage of a favorite childhood treat with an adult touch...adding some bourbon is SO good!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 - 8 Tbsp Hot Fudge Sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp bourbon
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 3/4 cup milk, whole is best but I've used 2% too and no one ever said no
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1-2 ounces bourbon, to your preference

Garnish

  • Maraschino cherries
  • Cocoa Nibs or Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. For the Milkshake Mixture
  2. Blend together the ice cream, milk, vanilla, and bourbon in a blender.
  3. To Make the Whipped Cream
  4. Whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, bourbon and vanilla until soft peaks form. Keep in refrigerator until ready to assemble.
  5. To Assemble
  6. Pour a couple of Tbsp of the hot fudge sauce around the inside edge of glass; fill glass with the milkshake mixture and finish with a dollop of whipped cream.
  7. Sprinkle with cocoa nibs or colored jimmies; add a cherry on the top and serve with a straw.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

3

Serving Size:

1 grams

Amount Per Serving: Unsaturated Fat: 0g
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Category: Ice Cream

 


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Comments

  1. Filipino Recipes Portal by Ed Joven says

    September 9, 2017 at 10:17 am

    I love, love fudge and this hot fudge milkshake looks so easy to make. will try it tomorrow.
    Reply
  2. John/Kitchen Riffs says

    August 11, 2017 at 8:12 am

    Good to see this resurface! There are quite a few ice cream drinks out there, so this certainly qualifies as a Friday Cocktail. Not much rain here, but decent temperatures and humidity for August in St. Louis, so life is good.:-)
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      August 11, 2017 at 10:03 am

      We go months without rain and then when it comes it's incessant...we might call it monsoon season but it's a dry climate type monsoon...doesn't take much for us to think it's a LOT of water. I just love this one...my old photos did not do it justice. I'm finding the need to replace those is creating most of my reboots! :)
      Reply
  3. foodwanderings says

    July 2, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    OMGoodness boozy milkshake. So comforting! Barb, remember? You introduce me to Marker's Mark .
    Reply
  4. Tabetha says

    June 30, 2014 at 2:39 pm

    I can't wait to try this! This may be a ridiculous question but for the Hot Fudge sauce, is the 1 tbsp of vanilla- vanilla extract? I have two different kinds of vanilla, one being a less intense form of vanilla then vanilla extract. THANK YOU! :)
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      June 30, 2014 at 6:25 pm

      Yes it is so do use the vanilla extract. This is so decadent and I want one. :)
      Reply
  5. Betsy @ Desserts Required says

    June 30, 2014 at 6:44 am

    Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes!! That just about sums it up perfectly!!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      June 30, 2014 at 2:05 pm

      And I say ditto to your enthusiastic yes's!
      Reply
  6. Janice @Kitchen Heals Soul says

    June 29, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    I kinda want to make this for breakfast. Is that so wrong?
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      June 30, 2014 at 2:05 pm

      How could that be wrong. It does have milk in it right? :)
      Reply
  7. Arthur says

    August 13, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    Me compliments to the bartender and photographer - fantastic, it looks so delicious!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      August 13, 2013 at 4:00 pm

      Thank you very much...that would be me and me. :)
      Reply
  8. jeanane shatley says

    July 30, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    love this can't wait to try it..i make homemade kaula going to try it thanks for sharing
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      August 1, 2013 at 7:58 pm

      Hope you love it too; I also love vodka shakes...I'll mix vanilla ice cream with a grape or orange soda and add some vodka. YUM!
      Reply
  9. RMB says

    May 13, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Holy god, get this in my mouth...
    Reply
  10. Terra says

    April 28, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    Heck ya this is totally okay to share on Friday....or any day for that matter! Bourbon in a milkshake sounds pretty fantastic!!! You know I love cooking/baking making cocktails with booze....so I would love to enjoy this lovely treat! Hugs, Terra
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      April 29, 2013 at 8:13 pm

      Thanks for your approval; she said after downing more than her fair share. :)
      Reply
  11. The Sketched Chef says

    April 28, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    This looks breathtaking ! The combination is so perfect
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      April 28, 2013 at 5:03 pm

      Thank you!
      Reply
  12. [email protected] says

    April 28, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I've never had bourbon in a milkshake, and now of course I'm going to have to try this! A local restaurant does root beer floats using moonshine - I haven't tried one, but it's a fun idea. Good post - thanks.
    Reply
  13. Jayne says

    April 28, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    This looks so good, gorgeous photos! We too are hindered with a long winter and slow to arrive Spring. We seemed to turn a corner last week with some lovely Spring days then the temperature dropped by 10 degrees!
    Reply
  14. Kate | Food Babbles says

    April 27, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Whoa! That's my kind of milkshake! This looks amazing and I'm happy that it's "just" warm enough for you to finally make it. I can't imagine living in a place that was still getting snow. I don't mind winter but about 2 months in I'm already yearning for the mild warmth of spring. I wouldn't survive in Colorado ;) Here in New Jersey it is warm already so now I'll definitely be making this!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      April 28, 2013 at 12:34 pm

      If you were ever in Colorado in the summer you would know why we tolerate the late snows. The most amazing summer weather...typically never above 90 and even better? No humidity. No sweating while standing outside, flies buzzing and mosquitoes humidity. We eat almost every meal outdoors as a result...it's for that weather that I'll take a bit more snow! Try it, you would like it! :)
      Reply
  15. vaishk says

    April 27, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    This looks so delicious. Although it is already summer here in Alabama, I cannot wait to try it :)
    Reply
  16. Zach says

    April 27, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    Your photos are stunning and your recipes sound delectable. We would love for you to share them at thefeastingeye.com. The Feasting Eye is still a bit new, but I think you will like what you see :-).
    Reply
  17. Paula says

    April 27, 2013 at 10:23 am

    Spring here is not the best either I'm afraid and we're hoping that a more pleasant Summer makes up for it. The wet, dull and rainy days (and nights) would be a lot easier to take sipping on a few of these *adult* shakes. Very lovely Barb.
    Reply
  18. Holly says

    April 26, 2013 at 8:17 am

    Milkshakes are among my favorite treats and I've never seen one as dressed up as this one. Usually I just sneak a few sips of the kids' shakes but now I can make one that is truly my own. Thanks, Bourbon Queen!!
    Reply
  19. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    April 26, 2013 at 6:38 am

    I think I'm in love. serious. love.
    Reply

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